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in contrast
Meaning: A phrase used to show clear difference between two ideas or situations.
Example: In contrast to the noisy city, the countryside was peaceful and quiet.
as a result
Meaning: A phrase used to indicate the consequence or outcome of something.
Example: He forgot to set his alarm; as a result, he was late for work.
in other words
Meaning: A phrase used to rephrase or clarify an idea in simpler terms.
Example: The medicine is a sedative; in other words, it helps you relax and sleep.
focus on
Meaning: To concentrate attention or effort on something specific.
Example: During the exam, she tried to focus on the questions instead of worrying about time.
in short
Meaning: A phrase used to summarize or conclude an explanation briefly.
Example: In short, if you don’t water the plant, it will die.
itemised quote
IPA: /ˈaɪ.tə.maɪzd kwəʊt/ (UK), /ˈaɪ.tə.maɪzd kwoʊt/ (US)
Meaning: A detailed estimate showing the cost of each individual job or service.
Meaning: A detailed estimate showing the cost of each individual job or service.
Example: The builder promised to provide an itemised quote listing all the jobs separately.
plaster
IPA: /ˈplɑː.stər/ (UK), /ˈplæs.tɚ/ (US)
Meaning: A material used to cover walls and ceilings, often before painting.
Meaning: A material used to cover walls and ceilings, often before painting.
Example: The builder said he would need to plaster the wall before repainting it.
replace
IPA: /rɪˈpleɪs/ (US & UK)
Meaning: To remove something old or damaged and put a new one in its place.
Meaning: To remove something old or damaged and put a new one in its place.
Example: She asked the builder to replace the broken fence at the far end of the garden.
Other Listening Exercises
Cambridge 10 Listening Test 3 - Section 4
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